2013 MITSUBISHI OUTLANDER XL charging

7-22 Vehicle care and maintenance
7
Checking battery electrolyte levelThe electrolyte level must be between the limits shown on the
outside of the battery. Fill it with distilled water as needed. The
inside of the battery is divided into several compartments. Take
the cap off of each compartment and fill to the mark.
Do not fill above the top line because a spill during driving
could cause damage.During cold weatherThe battery is weaker in cold temperatures. This has to do with
its chemical and physical properties and is why a very cold bat-
tery, especially one with a low charge, will have a hard time
starting your vehicle.
It is recommended that you have your battery and charging sys-
tem checked by an authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer or a
repair facility of your choice before the start of cold weather. If
necessary, have it charged. This will guarantee more reliable
starting, and longer battery life.
Disconnection and connectionTo disconnect the battery cable, stop the engine. Disconnect the
negative (-) terminal first, then the positive (+) terminal. To
reconnect the battery, first connect the positive (+) terminal and
then the negative (-) terminal, before starting the vehicle.NOTE
Open the terminal cover (A) before disconnecting or con-
necting the positive (+) terminal of the battery.

Loosen the nut (B) and then disconnect the battery cable
from the positive (+) terminal.
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Vehicle care and maintenance
7-23
7
NOTE
Check each battery terminal for corrosion. You can stop
more corrosion by washing with a solution of baking soda
and water. Grease the posts and clamps after cleaning or
tightening them.

Check to see that the battery is securely installed and can-
not be moved. Also check each terminal for tightness.

If you will not be driving your vehicle for a long period of
time, remove the battery and store it in a place where the
battery fluid will not freeze. The battery only should be
stored with a full charge.

Before cleaning the battery, tighten all the filler port caps
to keep dirt and moisture out.
WA R N I N G
!
Never disconnect the battery while the engine is run-
ning, or you could damage the vehicle’s electrical
parts.
Never short-circuit the battery. This could cause it
to overheat and be damaged.
Keep sparks, cigarettes, and flames away from the
battery because the battery could explode.
Electrolyte (battery acid) is made of corrosive
diluted sulfuric acid. If it spills on nearby parts, it
can crack, stain, or discolor them. And if it gets on
your skin or in your eyes, it can cause burns or
blindness. Please observe the following handling
instructions:
• If electrolyte gets on plastic parts or other nearby
parts, wipe it off with a soft cloth or chamois
soaked in a solution of water and neutral detergent
then immediately rinse the affected parts with
plenty of water.
• If electrolyte gets on your hands or clothes, rinse
thoroughly with water. If electrolyte gets in your
eyes, flush them with water immediately and get
immediate medical attention.

Open doors and windows in any closed space where
you may be charging or working with the battery.
Always wear protective clothing and goggles when
working with the battery, or have a skilled automo-
bile technician do it.
If you are quick-charging your battery, first discon-
nect the battery cables.

In order to prevent a short-circuit, be sure to discon-
nect the negative (-) terminal first, and reconnect it
last.
If the electrolyte level is very low, have the battery
checked at an authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer
or a repair facility of your choice.
Battery posts, terminals and related accessories con-
tain lead and lead compounds. Wash hands after
handling.
WA R N I N G
!
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Alphabetical index
1
A
Accessory (installation) 1-7
Active stability control (ASC) 3-138
Air bag 2-61
Air cleaner filter 7-14
Air conditioning
Automatic air conditioning 5-25
,5-35
Important air conditioning operating tips 5-45
Manual air conditioning 5-6
,5-16
Air purifier 5-46
All-wheel drive operation 3-123
Aluminum wheels 7-84
Antenna
Roof antenna 5-134
,5-135
Anti-lock braking system 3-134
Arm rest 2-15
Assist grip 3-290
Audio
AM/FM electronically tuned radio with CD player 5-46
AM/FM electronically tuned radio with 6 CD autochanger 5-
66
Error codes 5-123
,5-125
External audio input function 5-118
Handling of compact discs 5-131
Steering wheel audio remote control switch 5-120
To listen to a disc in the rear-seat display 5-119
Automatic air conditioning 5-25
,5-35Automatic transaxle 3-95
Fluid 7-16
,9-11
Selector lever operation 3-95
Selector lever positions 3-100
Sports mode 3-101
B
Back-up light
Bulb capacity 7-49
Replacement 7-67
Ball joint, steering linkage seals, drive shaft boots 7-37
Battery 7-21
Charging system warning light 3-213
Checking battery electrolyte level 7-22
Disconnection and connection 7-22
During cold weather 7-22
Specification 9-10
Bluetooth 2.0 interface 3-239
Bottle holders 3-286
Brake
Fluid 9-11
Brake assist 3-133
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Alphabetical index
2Braking
Anti-lock braking system 3-134
Braking 4-8
Hose 7-37
Pad wear alarm 3-130
Parking brake 3-81
Pedal 3-129
Pedal free play 7-33
Power brakes 3-130
Service brake 3-129
Warning lights 3-211
Break-in recommendations 3-2
Bulb capacity 7-49
C
California Perchlorate Materials Requirements 1-9
Capacities 9-11
Card holder 3-271
Cargo area cover 3-288
Cargo loads 4-14
Cargo room light
Bulb capacity 7-51
Replacement 7-75
Catalytic converter 7-3
Cautions on the handling of all-wheel drive vehicles 3-127
Certification label 9-5
Charging system warning light 3-213
Child restraint systems 2-50
Child safety locks for rear door 3-60Cleaning
Inside of your vehicle 7-79
Outside of your vehicle 7-81
Clock 5-136
Coat hook 3-291
Consumer information 8-2
Continuously variable transmission (CVT) 3-105
Fluid 7-18
,9-11
Selector lever operation 3-105
Selector lever positions 3-110
Sports mode 3-111
Coolant (engine) 7-12
,9-11
Cruise control 3-143
Cup holder 3-284
D
Daytime running lights
Bulb capacity 7-49
Replacement 7-56
Defogger (rear window) 3-237
Defrosting or defogging (windshield, door windows) 5-14
,5-
23
,5-33
,5-43
Dimensions 9-6
Dimmer (high/low beam change) 3-221
Disc brake pads 7-37
Dome light
Bulb capacity 7-51
Replacement 7-73
,7-75
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